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2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate

Also known as Ethylene glycol monohexanoate, 2-Hydroxyethyl caproate, 2-hydroxy-ethyl caproate

CAS 6946-90-3Formula C8H16O3Molar mass 160.21 g/mol
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2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate chemical structure, C8H16O3, CAS 6946-90-3
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CAS number
6946-90-3
Formula
C8H16O3
Molar mass
160.21 g/mol
HS code
291590
Category
Polymers and thermoplastics

What is 2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C8H16O3 and a molar mass of 160.21 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 6946-90-3.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-hydroxyethyl hexanoate
CAS number
6946-90-3 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 26912-41-4
Molecular formula
C8H16O3
InChIKey
JUVBNUWZRZREEE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H16O3/c1-2-3-4-5-8(10)11-7-6-9/h9H,2-7H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCC(=O)OCCO

Synonyms

  • Ethylene glycol monohexanoate
  • 2-Hydroxyethyl caproate
  • 2-hydroxy-ethyl caproate
  • Polyethylene glycol caprate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
160.21 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
160.1099 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.1calc.
Topological polar surface area
46.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
6calc.
Heavy atoms
11calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.88calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate is traded under.

HS 2915.90Indicative HS code

Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and halogenated…

World exports in 2024
$3.42B
+5.6% vs 2023, imports $3.55B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Indonesia15.9%
  2. Germany13.0%
  3. Malaysia12.4%
Top importers
  1. China14.4%
  2. Netherlands11.7%
  3. United States11.5%
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The HS code shown for 2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is 2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate?

2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C8H16O3 and a molar mass of 160.21 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 6946-90-3.

What is the CAS number of 2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate?

The CAS registry number of 2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate is 6946-90-3. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 26912-41-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate?

The molecular formula of 2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate is C8H16O3 and its molar mass is 160.21 g/mol.

Is 2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate?

2-Hydroxyethyl hexanoate is usually classified under HS code 291590 (Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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